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Industrial Enzymes for Starch Processing
maximizing yield, quality, and sustainability.

The starch industry plays a pivotal role in the global economy, transforming agricultural feedstocks—such as corn, wheat, cassava, and potatoes—into a diverse range of products including sweeteners, modified starches, ethanol, paper additives, and biodegradable materials. At the heart of this transformation lies enzymatic processing, a cleaner, more efficient, and cost-effective alternative to traditional chemical methods.

We specialize in high-performance enzymes and microbial solutions tailored to every stage of starch processing, from raw starch conversion to high-purity end products. By integrating biotechnology, process optimization, and sustainability practices, we help manufacturers achieve superior yields, consistent quality, and reduced environmental impact.

“Transform agricultural feedstocks into high-value products with cleaner, faster, and more efficient enzymatic processes.”

1. Liquefaction

  • Thermostable enzyme complex for efficient hydrolysis of starch granules into destrins at high temperatures.
  • Optimized enzyme kinetics to handle varying raw material quality and reduce slurry viscosity.
  • Used in corn, wheat, potato, and maize starch processing.

2. Saccharification

  • Precision blends of enzyme to maximum conversion of destrins into fermentable sugars.
  • High glucose yields for sweetener production, fermentation, and ethanol plants.

3. High-Fructose Syrup Production

  • Enzyme complex to converts glucose into fructose for high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS).
  • Delivers sweetness, stability, and versatility for soft drinks, bakery, and confectionery.

4. Co-Product Optimization

Microbial formulations for improved protein recovery and fibre utilization, increasing overall plant profitability.

Uses Of Enzyme In Starch Industry

  • Alpha-amylase is used to hydrolyze the starch molecules into shorter chains of glucose, maltose, and maltodextrins, which can then be further processed into a variety of products, such as sweeteners, syrups, and starch-based polymers. 

  • Beta-amylase is used to specifically break down maltose molecules into two glucose molecules, 

  • glucoamylase is used to hydrolyze the remaining starch molecules into glucose.

Sustainability Benefits

  •  Up to 36% reduction in chemical usage.

  • Lower wastewater toxicity and effluent load.

  • Significant energy savings in heating and processing.

  • Compliance with global food safety and environmental standards.